Wild berry picking and seasonal work in Finland

Rationale and aims

Wild berry picking and seasonal work in Finland provides a short animated online video giving practical information to people travelling to Finland to carry out seasonal work, including intra-EU seasonal workers and third-country nationals. It aims to offer concrete, clear guidance on the key official documents needed, including seasonal work permits for third-country nationals. 

Support offered

Wild berry picking and seasonal work in Finland provides information to support potential seasonal workers and shares contact points for questions. The video explains the employment relationship with a Finnish employer, outlines regulations on legal working hours, and provides information about wages. It also clarify the seasonal work permit process and the residence permit required for wild berry pickers. The video reminds workers not to hand over passports and highlights the requirement for employers to provide decent accommodation. Additionally, it signposts health and occupational safety authorities (Tyosuojelu), the Assistance System for Victims of Human Trafficking (Migri) and Victim Support Finland (Rikosuhripäivystys, RIKU).

Target groups and eligibility

Wild berry picking and seasonal work in Finland targets anyone who is thinking of going to Finland to carry out seasonal work, especially berry pickers. It is freely accessible to all.